K. Baladhandayutham (April 2, 1918 – May 31, 1973) was an Indian

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politician from the

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Politics

He was Member of

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representing

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Lok Sabha constituency.

Death

He was killed in the crash of Indian Airlines Flight 440 on May 31, 1973 at the age of 55.

Legacy

The Communist Party of India Tamil Nadu State headquarters, Balan Illam, is named in his honor.

References

India MPs 1971–1977 Lok Sabha members from Tamil Nadu Politicians from Coimbatore Communist Party of India politicians from Tamil Nadu 1918 births 1973 deaths {{TamilNadu-politician-stub